tesa has developed a range of seven film-based and paper-based packaging tapes made with a larger percentage of sustainable content. The products support growing consumer demand for solutions that contribute to sustainability and comply with increasing environmental legislation.
Matching the performance of the new, more sustainable, carton-sealing tapes to established products was the primary requirement during product development. All tapes were run through a series of drop tests using cartons made from single- and double-corrugated cardboard. Dropped from varying heights, the tapes were found to ensure the protective performance and primary purpose of the packaging. Most significantly, customers do not have to separate the more sustainable paper packaging tapes from cardboard prior to disposal. The tapes can be thrown out while attached to the cardboard without compromising the recycling process according to INGEDE Method 12.